SEN Classroom Support Specialist

Five Education; Frome; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Five Education seeks a Classroom Helper to support children with special educational needs in a primary setting. You will assist individual students or small groups with learning activities and provide emotional support within a safe classroom.

You will work closely with teachers to help each child stay engaged and on task throughout the day. No formal curriculum knowledge is required, but you will be a positive motivator who supports routines, behaviour management, and targeted learning goals

Qualifications

• Patience and empathy to support diverse SEN needs.
• Strong communication with students, staff and parents.
• Ability to follow teacher guidance while showing initiative.

Responsibilities

• Support students with SEN in accessing the curriculum and participating in classroom activities.
• Assist with personal care tasks where required, including feeding, dressing, or toileting, in line with school policy and training.
• Encourage and promote the development of social skills, independence, and positive behaviour.
• Provide one-on-one or small group assistance during learning tasks, including reading, writing, and hands‑on activities.
• Adapt or prepare learning materials under teacher direction to suit individual learning needs.
• Use strategies to help students manage emotional or behavioural challenges in a calm and respectful manner.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs, and parents to share observations and contribute to individual support plans.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold safeguarding and health and safety procedures at all times.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Communication

Initiative

Flexibility

Job description

Five Education seeks a Classroom Helper to support children with special educational needs in a primary setting. You will assist individual students or small groups with learning activities and provide emotional support within a safe classroom.

You will work closely with teachers to help each child stay engaged and on task throughout the day. No formal curriculum knowledge is required, but you will be a positive motivator who supports routines, behaviour management, and targeted learning goals